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Residents urge change from at‑large to district representation during public comment
Summary
During public comment, four speakers urged the Board to move from at‑large representation to district representation, calling for structural change in how commissioners are elected.
During the public comments portion of the April 8 meeting, Rev. Dr. Rutha Jackson, Jackie Rozier, Jonathan Johnson and Bishop Milton Wynn each spoke about the County’s at‑large representation system and urged the Board to change to district representation. Their remarks, recorded by the clerk, advocated for changing the method of electing County commissioners to districts rather than at‑large seats.
After public comment, Commissioners responded with general acknowledgements: Commissioner Byrd thanked attendees and recognized storm cleanup work; Commissioner Talton thanked those who spoke and noted personnel actions; Commissioner Gottwals reminded the public of the Dogwood Festival and shared a personal remark; Chairman Perdue discussed recent trash pickup issues and encouraged residents to contact the Commissioner's Office or Public Works.
